Bryant beat Vermont in a penalty shootout after the teams finished tied 1-1 through overtime in the America East semifinals. Vermont took the lead on David Ismail’s penalty kick, but Bryant equalized and advanced to the championship after goalkeeper Ramon Camejo stopped one attempt and Vermont missed its final kick.

By the Numbers
  • Final: 1-1 after 110 minutes; Bryant won the shootout, 4-3.
  • Vermont outshot Bryant, 16-11, but had 3 shots on goal to Bryant’s 4.
  • David Ismail scored his 8th goal of the season; goalkeeper Niklas Herceg made 3 saves.
Yes, But

Vermont created late chances and led in total shots, but Bryant’s defense limited clear opportunities. The Bulldogs converted the decisive moments in the shootout.

State of Play
  • Bryant advances to the America East Championship.
  • Vermont turns its attention to the NCAA Tournament.
Bottom Line

Vermont’s conference run ended in penalties, but the team says its focus now shifts to recovery and the NCAA Tournament.